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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. There is one particular piece of merchandise that we have wanted Disney to make for a while, and now, they finally have! Can you guess what these are? So, what is it you may ask? CANDLES. We don’t understand why Disney hasn’t dabbled in making candles because there seems to be a big market for them! We’ve even found dupes for classic Disney scents at places like Bath and Body Works and Amazon. But now, we don’t have to, because Disney has started making their own candles, and they’re now being sold online! We’ve seen all of these candles in Disney World already, but now you can get them sent straight to your house! First up, we have this awesome Stitch candle that looks like a pineapple! Stitch’s head is the lid of the candle. Stitch Candle Can you guess what scent it is? Yep — pineapple! It has major Dole Whip vibes. Click here to get the Stitch candle! Next, we have this really cool Haunted Mansion candle that looks like it’s wrapped in tombstones. It even features Madame Leota on one side! Haunted Mansion Candle This one is oud and agarwood scented, so you can have a little bit of spookiness with you at home! Click here to get the Haunted Mansion candle! Finally, there is a Cinderella Pumpkin Coach Carriage candle! How clever to turn a carriage into a candle, right? Cinderella candle! This one is pumpkin spice scented, which is great if you just can’t wait until fall to put out your pumpkin candles! Click here to get the Cinderella Pumpkin Carriage candle! All of these candles shown are $34.99 each, but there are even MORE available on shopDisney right now, so hurry on over before they sell out! And, stay tuned to DFB for more Disney merchandise news and updates. Click here to see ALL of the candles you can get on shopDisney! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which candle do you hope Disney makes next? Let us know in the comments! The post RUN Don’t Walk — Official Disney Candles Are Now for Sale Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

More than a decade has passed since a Disney Cruise Line ship traveled the slow 20-mile river trip from Meyer Werft shipyard out to sea. View the full article

Military Families can now enjoy the magic of Walt Disney World vacations with the help of the Military Star Card. Shades of Green the Military Only resort located right on Walt Disney World property now accepts the Army & Air Force Exchange Service administered credit card. The Military Star card can be used for your room […] The post Use Your Military Star Card at Shades of Green appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

This post is part of our Frequently Asked Question Series in the Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket FAQ section. The Disney’s Armed Forces Salute offers huge savings on theme park tickets and resort rooms to those Service Members who are eligible to participate. Can I Use a Disney Gift Card to Buy Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets On Base or at Shades of […] The post Can I Use a Disney Gift Card to Buy Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets On Base or at Shades of Green? appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Theme Park Rangers Radar finds a new Dole Whip place at Disney, green eggs and ham at Universal and a taste of Italy at SeaWorld View the full article

NEW. NEW. NEW. If you haven’t been to Disney World in the last few months (even the last few weeks!), there are a lot of NEW things for you to check out. We’ve seen new merchandise, new snacks, work on new attractions, and more all happenings throughout the parks. And now a truly iconic spot in the parks has some new things too! Hollywood Studios There are some Disney World restaurants that many people consider to be classics or must-dos on their trips. ‘Ohana, Le Cellier, and even Via Napoli are some of the ones you may have on your own list. Another spot that often falls into that category is The Hollywood Brown Derby in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! This restaurant serves up some famous items like their Cobb Salad and grapefruit cake. Maybe you’ve been here before and are thinking “I’ve already seen what this spot has to offer.” If that’s the case…you’d be WRONG. NEW eats have hit the menu at this spot and they’re some you won’t want to miss! Atmosphere The Hollywood Brown Derby is an authentic replica of the famous Brown Derby in Hollywood, California. The Hollywood Brown Derby! The walls are covered in caricatures of a ton of celebrities and the interior is an ode to the Golden Age of Hollywood. You’ll find some deeper, maroon colors on the cushions, fancy white table cloths, and little details everywhere to really make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. Inside There is even a celebrity guest book here that real celebs sign when they come to visit! Be sure to check it out during your next visit to see who has signed! How fun! The inside has a lot of dark wood, with traditional tables, chairs, and booths. It’s really cool in here! There is also a QR menu available for you to scan and take a look at what you want to eat. We’re ready to eat! Alright, alright — enough about the atmosphere. Let’s get to the food! Menu Starting with Appetizers, you can find things like Sea Scallops, Shrimp Cocktail, and even a Charcuterie Board. The newer options here include the Escargot Casino and the Roasted Tomato Cream Soup. ©Disney For Entrees, there is a special Filet Mignon on the menu right now for the 50th anniversary, and also the Famous Cobb Salad! Some of the new dishes include the Tomato Risotto and Braised Short Rib. What was previously the Trout Amandine has also been replaced with a “Seasonal Fish,” though they contain the same description about the blue crab meat and other accompaniments. ©Disney You can also get enhancements added onto your meal here, like the new Shrimp Macaroni & Cheese or Spoon Bread. For dessert, there’s a 50th Celebration Baked Alaska and the iconic Grapefruit Cake, among other picks. ©Disney For the kiddos, they can start with an appetizer of Chicken Noodle Soup or Chopped Salad, and then create their own entree! There are things like Grilled Chicken Breast and a Hot Dog. ©Disney Kids can then add 2 sides to their meal, with options such as Mashed Potatoes or Sliced Apples. There are also some non-alcoholic drinks on the menu, like the EARidescent Sip-a-bration. ©Disney As for drinks with alcohol, there is an extensive drink list that you can find at the restaurant! So many options! Now, it’s time to eat! Eats We kicked things off with the Derby Cocktail for $15. Note that this is NOT a new addition to the menu. It has Gentleman Jack, Florida honey syrup, and pink grapefruit juice, and comes with a souvenir glow cube. The drink used to come with a little bowler hat glow cube floating in it (SO FUN), but it sadly does not anymore and we got a regular glow cube instead. So pretty! You can definitely taste the grapefruit and the Jack in this drink! The alcohol flavor is strOOOOOng. It’s not sweet at all, but instead has more of a tart flavor. We like this drink because it’s more unique than something like an Old Fashioned, but you truly gotta like boozy drinks to enjoy this one — there’s no covering up of that flavor! Watch out for that booze! Moving onto the food, our meal began with bread rolls, which are classic dinner rolls, so how could that be bad?! While the rolls are simple, what really puts them over-the-top is that salted butter they come with. SO GOOD. But, remember not to fill up too much — you’ve got more food to enjoy! Delish Now, time for some new eats! First up, we got the NEW Roasted Tomato Cream Soup, which has Lump Crab, Caper, and Fried Garlic for $15. This soup was actually poured table-side, which was a fun and fancy touch! Fancy! The crab in this had a nice saltiness that balanced out the sweetness of the creamy tomato soup. Look at this bowl! And the little pops from the fried garlic pieces added an interesting and tasty element! YUM Overall, it was a very delicious and creamy tomato soup. Not a bad choice if that’s something you’re craving! Would get again! Next, we went with the NEW Escargot Casino, which has Roasted Garlic Béchamel, Crispy Prosciutto, and Piquillo Pepper Crumb for $19. Yes, that’s right folks, it’s time to eat some SNAILS. Maybe just don’t think about the fact that they are snails? This looks interesting! Now, we know snails aren’t everyone’s jam, but this was actually phenomenal! We even liked it better than the soup (no offense, soup). This is probably because the most prominent flavor was that creamy garlic sauce and the fried prosciutto — it almost completely covers up any escargot flavor. Better than you think it’ll be! The texture might throw you off, but the flavor was all prosciutto & garlic goodness, so we would most definitely order this again! Don’t be afraid to try this! Moving on to the entrees, we started with the NEW Free-Range Chicken Coq au Vin which comes with Pan-fried Potatoes, Thigh Confit and Red Wine Sauce for $35. That color! Unfortunately, our chicken was a bit too dry for our taste. It wasn’t terrible, but it just wasn’t good enough for us to want to spend $35 on it again. We need more from this The potatoes did have a fatty bacon mixed in, which brought a nice smokiness to them, and we did enjoy the red wine sauce. But, overall, this wasn’t one of our favorite dishes of the night and isn’t one we’d rush to eat again. Not Our Favorite Next, we tried a newer dish, the Sustainable Salmon Coulibiac, which has Pickled Mushrooms, Wilted Spinach, Puff Pastry and Mustard-Dill Butter Sauce for $38. Previously, the menu featured an Ora King Salmon option which was served with Grilled Local Corn, Fresno Peppers, and Sweet Corn Veloute, but as you can see, things have changed when it comes to salmon at this spot. Puff pastry on top! This salmon dish was excellent! It was cooked well, as was the rice, but the main star of everything was that Mustard-Dill Butter Sauce. It was AMAZING and had a really strong dill flavor. We wanted to pour it on everything! We repeat, EVERYTHING. A closer look! Moving on to the Tomato Risotto (another NEW dish), this comes with Eggplant Fritters and Pepper Relish for $29. This is a vegetarian option, and while our server said it is plant-based, it is not specifically marked that way on Disney’s online menu, so be sure to double check before you order it! So colorful! This was also delicious! (We’ve got some serious winners with these new menu items!) The risotto was nice and creamy and had a lot of sweetness from the tomato. But, when we got a bite with the pickled veggies too, it was phenomenal! A total *chef’s kiss!* Amazing The eggplant fritters were good as well, but were a little mushy. We had wanted them to be a bit firmer in terms of texture. You also really have to like eggplant to enjoy these because that’s the main flavor! Eggplant Overall though, this seemed like a very thoughtful vegetarian dish, as opposed to something that may have just been thrown together. Plus, look at just how colorful it is! We’d get again! Finally, we got the Braised Short Rib, another NEW dish. This comes with Parsnip Purée, Spring Vegetable Succotash and Truffle Aïoli for $39. This was our FAVORITE of all of the new entrees! A winner! The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and delicious, and the truffle aioli made it even better (if you like truffle, that is!). Such a nice presentation The parsnip puree was like a sweeter version of mashed potatoes and was verrrrry buttery. Plus the succotash brought a lovely brightness and freshness to the dish! YUM. YUM. YUM! Look at that! Note that we didn’t try one of the newer entrees, which is the Seasonal Fish. It comes with Blue Crab Meat, Roasted Turnips, and Almond and Spiced Brown Butter Sauce for $38. Again, this previously was called Trout Amandine and contained the same description about the blue crab meat and other accompaniments. But the eating isn’t over yet! We also got some enhancements with our meal. First up was the NEW Spoon Bread for $8. This comes with a Lavender-Honey Butter, which you can definitely taste! It was distinctly sweet with that honey and you could even taste the floral lavender. Yum! This was similar to a corn bread or even a corn pudding and was (as we mentioned) quite sweet but also verrrrry delicious. Two thumbs up from us (and from Pooh Bear too in all likelihood). We want a bigger one! Next, we tried the NEW Shrimp Macaroni & Cheese for $16. This has Chili-Garlic Gremolata, Orecchiette Pasta, and Cheddar Sauce and was absolutely scrumptious! Mac and Cheese please It had big, juicy shrimp mixed in and our server even said they start off the dish with lobster broth, which could explain why it’s SO flavorful. It was delightfully creamy and cheesy, and the chili mixed with the breadcrumbs added another layer of smoky flavor. We honestly wish we could’ve had full sizes of these two enhancements! Shrimp! Finally, we finished out our meal with the iconic Grapefruit Cake for $13. This is A Brown Derby Original with Vanilla Sponge Cake, Grapefruit Syrup, and Cream Cheese Icing. A classic Note that this is NOT a new item. But, the way that our grapefruit cake looked was just a little bit different than what we’ve had before. During a visit in 2020, it seemed to have a much heavier amount of that syrup on top. Brown Derby Grapefruit Cake in 2020 This time, the syrup was much less present on top. But, that doesn’t mean we didn’t enjoy it! There is a reason this is the signature dessert here. It’s consistently amazing and our recent trip was no exception! The tartness of the grapefruit perfectly cuts through the sweetness from the frosting and cake. The spongecake is also light and airy, which is amazing. 10/10 It’s also a really unique dessert that you don’t find in many other places, so (at least in our opinion) it’s totally worth a try! So, should you stop by The Hollywood Brown Derby for these new eats or some classic ones? Here are our thoughts. Nosh or Not Sit down for a nice meal at The Hollywood Brown Derby if: You want a long, relaxing break during your Hollywood Studios day You want to feel the glitz and glam of Old Hollywood You want to try out some classic dishes, or some delicious new ones, and treat yourself to a nice meal Skip on over to another dining spot if: You’re on a budget, this place is pricey compared to other things in the park You don’t want a bigger meal or want something more traditional to a theme park You’re trying to get as much done during your park day as possible and don’t want a long break Overall Overall, The Hollywood Brown Derby remains a classic. We truly enjoyed most of the dishes we had here, with the exception of the Chicken Coq au Vin, which wasn’t terrible but was too dry for our tastes. In terms of the other new items, they were delicious and (in our opinion) a great addition to the menu! The Tomato Cream Soup was wonderful (and served in a fun way), the escargot was really tasty and something we’d get again, the salmon had that mustard-dill sauce that we’d like to pour on everything(!), the tomato risotto was flavorful and colorful, the braised short rib was a FAVORITE of ours and so tender, the spoon bread was sweet and delicious, and the shrimp mac & cheese had loads of flavor — WHEW! That’s a lot of new items! Brown Derby Will these new items tempt you away from the classic Cobb Salad or other items here? That’s up to you and your tastes, but some of them might definitely be worth a try during a future visit! If you want a relaxing meal while you’re in Hollywood Studios, this is a great spot, just be aware that it is one of the nicer restaurants in the park, so that comes with a higher price tag. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World food news and reviews! Click here to see our ranking of ALL the 50th anniversary treats in Hollywood Studios! Check out our video ranking all of the restaurants in Hollywood Studios below! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which new item from The Hollywood Brown Derby do you want to try out for yourself? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: If You Think You've Seen All This Disney World Restaurant Has to Offer, Think Again first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve been closely following the situation surrounding Florida’s Parental Rights in Education bill (now law) (called the “Don’t Say Gay” bill by critics) and Disney’s responses to the legislation. Spaceship Earth Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed the heavily criticized “Don’t Say Gay” bill into law. Soon after, Disney released a statement announcing that their goal is “for this law to be repealed by the legislature or struck down in the courts.” Disney also shared that they intend to support national and state organizations that are committed to that goal. Now, DeSantis has responded to Disney’s statement. According to Forbes, Gov. Ron DeSantis has stated that Disney’s recent comments about working to repeal the law have “crossed a line.” DeSantis said that Disney “didn’t seem to have a problem with [the law] when it was going through [the House]. If this is such an affront, why weren’t they speaking up at the outset?” ©Deadline Disney has been criticized for not publicly condemning the law earlier on, and some employees have staged walkouts in protest of Disney’s responses to the bill, before it passed in the Florida Senate and House. Disney CEO Bob Chapek has since apologized and committed to future action against the law. ©Ryan Faughnder via Twitter (@RFaughnder) on the walkouts Now that Disney has taken a more definite stand against the law, Gov. DeSantis is saying that “Disney’s statement was ‘fundamentally dishonest’ and ‘crossed a line,’ adding that Florida is not governed ‘based on the demands of California corporate executives'” (Forbes). A sponsor of the bill has returned campaign donations from Disney in protest of their recent statement. Pride wall in Disney Springs Deadline noted that Gov. DeSantis also said that people in Hollywood are “opposed to providing protections for parents and enforcing parents’ rights.” DeSantis stated, “If the people who held up degenerates like Harvey Weinstein as exemplars and as heroes, if those are the types of people and all that that are opposing us on parents’ rights, I wear that like a badge of honor.” Rainbow Mickey The Parental Rights in Education law will go into effect on July 1st, 2022. The law states that “classroom instruction by school personnel or third parties on sexual orientation or gender identity may not occur in kindergarten through grade 3 or in a manner that is not age appropriate or developmentally appropriate for students in accordance with state standards.” We’ll continue to look for more updates about this legislation and Disney’s responses to it. To see more about the law and other updates that had been previously shared about this topic, click the links below: Disney issues statement as Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill is signed into law. Disney issues statement on “Don’t Say Gay” bill (now law) Disney CEO Bob Chapek comments on the Bill (now law) Chapek comments on the Company’s stance on the Bill (now law) and actions moving forward Chapek issues apology following Disney’s response to Bill (now law) Human Rights Campaign rejects Disney’s donation and issues response Disney employees plan walkouts in response to Bill (now law) California governor addresses Disney following responses to the Bill (now law) Same-sex kiss put back into “Lightyear” after criticism of Disney’s response to the Bill (now law) Chapek addresses the Florida Bill (now law) and assures further changes during Company meeting Supportive LGBTQIA+ statements shared by Disney ahead of planned walkouts Learn more about the walkouts See more about Disney’s response to the passage of the bill into Law Keep following DFB for more of the latest Disney news. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Florida Governor Comments on Disney’s Response to the Passage of the “Don’t Say Gay” Bill first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s been several months since we said goodbye to Disney’s Magical Express. Magical Express bus This complimentary bus service shuttled guests from the Orlando International Airport to their Disney Resort hotel and vice versa, but Disney ended the Magical Express in early 2022. In its place, a few new contenders have emerged, including the Sunshine Flyer. It seems to be doing well, too, because the Sunshine Flyer has EXPANDED! The Sunshine Flyer recently added ten new buses to its fleet — and fans have officially named the new rides! Note that The Sunshine Flyer is not a Disney-operated transportation option and it’s not free, so you’ll have to be prepared for some of those changes if you plan to use this service for your next trip. Sunshine Flyer The unique thing about the buses used on The Sunshine Flyer is that they’re each themed to old-style trains and there’s even some special theming when it comes to employee costumes. Click here to learn more about the service! And it looks like the service is getting a bit bigger. The Sunshine Flyer previously announced that it would be adding ten additional buses to its lineup, and asked its fans and followers for help naming the new buses. And the results are in! Here are the names of the ten new buses being added to the Sunshine Flyer’s fleet: Marlin Dingo Cricket Bumble Bee Oriole Ladybug Peacock Koala Robin Platypus Sunshine Flyer Clearly, the names follow a popular theme — animals! What bus do you hope to get if you decide to use this service? Tell us in the comments! And stay tuned to DFB for more updates on Disney transportation news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you taken the Sunshine Flyer on your Disney trip? Let us know in the comments! The post A Replacement Service for Disney's Magical Express Is Getting BIGGER first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. It feels like almost every day we find more and more Disney merchandise that we love! Need some new Disney merch? Whether it’s bags, mugs, shirts, or stuffed animals, there is no shortage of things you can add to your cart. Disney also does some great collaborations with other brands, and one of the company’s latest merchandise endeavors has actually made HISTORY! CurlCap has made history as the very first black woman owned apparel company to have their own authorized Disney merchandise! How exciting!! Their Disney collection includes satin-lined Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse hats. @CurlCap via Instagram You can get these hats right now on Amazon — they sell for $29.99. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney merchandise news and updates! Click here to get your own Disney CurlCap! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be grabbing one of these hats for yourself? Let us know in the comments! The post HISTORY Has Been Made Thanks to Some New Disney Merchandise first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

By now you probably already know that Disney+ is the Disney-owned streaming service where you can watch tons of your favorite Disney movies and television shows. Disney+ Gift Card It is also the streaming service that is responsible for bringing us fan-favorite original series like The Mandalorian, Loki, and WandaVision. And there are TONS of more exciting Disney+ content on the way! But, is Disney+ available for fans in ALL countries to view? Not yet, but soon Disney fans in more than 40 countries and territories will be able to enjoy the content Disney+ offers. According to Variety, Disney has confirmed launch dates and prices for its Disney+ service for over 40 new countries and 11 territories. This new rollout begins with South Africa getting the service on May 18th, while the rest of the countries follow in June. ©Disney These are all of the countries that will be receiving Disney+ soon: Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Bahrain, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kosovo, Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Malta, Montenegro, Morocco, North Macedonia, Oman, Palestine Territories, Poland, Qatar, Romania, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Vatican City and Yemen. The new territories Disney+ will be available in include: Denmark’s Faroe Islands, France’s French Polynesia, French Southern Territories and St. Pierre and Miquelon Overseas Collective, Finland’s Åland Islands, the Netherlands’ Sint Maarten, Norway’s Svalbard & Jan Mayen and the U.K.’s British Indian Ocean Territory, Gibraltar, Pitcairn Islands and St. Helena. ©Disney Similar to other places where Disney+ already exists, viewers who are receiving Disney+ in these new countries and territories will be able to have four concurrent streams, unlimited downloads on up to 10 devices, and they will be able to have up to seven profiles on one account. Outside of Europe, Disney+ has already been available to fans in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Latin America. In India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand, Disney+ operates as Disney Plus Hotstar. Turning Red Here’s a full look at the countries where Disney+ will be available soon, and the prices that have been announced. ©Variety The list continues… ©Variety …and then includes the territories. ©Variety We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for more Disney+ news, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Click here to see everything that’s coming to Disney+ in April! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite thing to watch on Disney+? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney+ Is Coming to Over 40 New Countries Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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When’s the last time you visited Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Been a while? Well then there’s a lot for you to catch up on! Long lines to get into the park The past few days have been full of updates from this popular park! So, let’s head over there to see what’s new. Hollywood Studios Food Updates Green Screen Drink First up in food updates: we noticed that the Green Screen drink is currently available at the bar cart outside of Animation Courtyard. Green Screen drink This drink features tequila, cointreau, lime juice, and sweet-and-sour and is served with a souvenir glow cube! You can check it out during your next trip to the park. Hollywood Studios Merchandise Updates Droid Depot During our last visit, we saw that the sound test machines in the Droid Depot were missing. Where’d they go? Typically, these machines can be used to test the “droid personalities” as part of the creation process. We’ll keep an eye out for updates on that. Shop ‘N’ Roll Reopens The merchandise kiosk outside of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith reopened this week! It’s open! This kiosk had been closed for essentially 2 years! It sells your basic Disney merchandise: pins, ears, and hats, among other things. Click here to see more about the reopening of this kiosk! The Darkroom At The Darkoom, we spotted a new Pixar pin trading starter set for $39.99. Pixar pin trading starter set We also noticed this red youth Mickey Mouse bucket hat, which is a bit newer to us. Red youth Mickey bucket hat This hat is $15. Legends of Hollywood At Legends of Hollywood, we spotted the new Disney x Coach collection. Disney x Coach collection at Legends of Hollywood The new collection features bags, wallets, sweatshirts, Minnie ear headbands, and so much more! But it isn’t cheap! Click here to check out the Coach collection! Sunset Couture At Sunset Couture, we found a new-to-us Jiminy Cricket tee shirt. Jiminy Cricket shirt in Sunset Couture This shirt is white with red accents around the sleeves and collar. You can purchase it for $36.99. Keystone Clothiers Keystone Clothiers saw a restock of the Marvel Legends mini figurines. Marvel Legends mini figurines We saw Black Panther, Ant-Man, and Venom available, among others. Hollywood Studios Construction Updates Toy Story Land We noticed that there are now shrubs blocking some doors into the Toy Story store. Shrubs outside of Toy Story Mania Gift Shop The Toy Story Mania gift shop is currently closed for renovation. Click here to learn more about some of the NEW things coming to Toy Story Land Droid Depot Plexiglass has come down at the registers in the Droid Depot. No plexiglass at the registers in Droid Depot The plexiglass has also been removed from the building stations and there are no more plexiglass barriers between parties. Click here to read more about the removal of plexiglass at other spots in Disney World! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge The Dianoga that usually lives in the water fountains by the bathroom has been missing for a while, and he still had not returned when we were at the park. He’s still missing! He usually makes an appearance in the window on the right fountain. We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for him! Animation Courtyard In Animation Courtyard, we noticed some new billboards promoting some content coming soon to Disney+. There’s a billboard for the new series, Moon Knight, and the new movie, Better Nate Than Never. New billboards in Animation Courtyard And that’s what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (for now)! Make sure to follow DFB for all the latest information! Click here to see what’s new at Magic Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite thing to do in Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments! The post What’s New in Disney's Hollywood Studios: Some Things Have Returned to "Normal" and More Updates! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Roll out the red carpet, because we’re about to attend a (food) premiere in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Backlot Express If there’s new food to be explored in Disney World, you KNOW we’ll be there to check it out! So when we heard that Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios was set to roll out a new menu, we marked our calendars for its debut. Join us as we dive into all of the latest additions this quick service spot has to offer! Atmosphere If you haven’t been to Backlot Express before, then you should know that it’s located in the Echo Lake area of the park, right around the corner from the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular. The building itself is tucked back a little bit from the walkway, and there are both indoor and outdoor seating options. Backlot Express Once you enter the main part of the restaurant, you’ll walk through an open-air courtyard seating area to go inside. There are plenty of tables out here! There’s plenty of open-air seating. Inside, there’s a counter setup where you can pick up your Mobile Orders or order your food directly with a Cast Member. There should be additional Cast Members stationed around the entrance to help you find the correct line. Let’s order! Well, the restaurant doesn’t look any different than what we’re used to — so what’s different? Oh, that’s right…the menu! Menu The revamped menu at Backlot Express is now available and it features several new entree options. ©Disney Some of your old favorites are still here as well, including the classic Angus Cheeseburger and Chicken Strips. But we’re here to check out the NEW and CHANGED offerings, so let’s dig in! Food First up, we decided to try the new Teriyaki Chicken Bowl for $12.99. According to the menu, it’s made with Seasoned Jasmine Rice, Teriyaki Chicken, Yuzu-pickled Edamame, Carrots, Cucumber, and Onions drizzled with House-made Lemon-Tahini-Chipotle Vinaigrette and Sesame Seeds. Teriyaki Chicken Bowl Starting with the chicken itself, the pieces are a decent size and they’re well-cooked, and we could definitely taste the teriyaki flavor. However, they’re also pretty pepper-heavy and we caught a hint of the chipotle kick from the vinaigrette, so we wouldn’t describe it as a solely teriyaki flavor. It would be best described as a teriyaki-chipotle because of the blending of the sweet and spicy. Teriyaki Chicken Bowl The jasmine rice was very sticky — exactly how we were hoping it would be, almost like sushi rice. We couldn’t really taste the jasmine, but the seeds on top gave the dish a nice crunch. As far as the veggies go, the pickled edamame was a WINNER. All the veggies together really brought a freshness to the dish that we really enjoyed. Teriyaki Chicken Bowl The sauce was drizzled really lightly on top of the vegetables, and we honestly wish there was a bit more of it, or that there was extra sauce that came on the side of the meal. It’s got a nice kick, but there’s also a bit of zing from the lemon. Overall, the flavors of this plate blended well together and were a nice surprise coming from a quick service, where you might expect more “standard” flavors. Teriyaki Chicken Bowl We also ordered the Southwest Salad, considering its ingredients have changed a bit. It’s now made with Romaine mixed with Roasted Corn Relish and Diced Tomatoes topped with Pickled Red Onion, Cheese, and served with House-made Jalapeño-Lime Ranch Dressing. It used to be made with Mixed Greens topped with Tortilla Strips, Black Bean Corn Relish, Avocado, and Cherry Tomato, served with a Vinaigrette Dressing. You can grab one of these for $9.99 without chicken, or for $11.29 with chicken on top. And let’s just say that the one without chicken…well, it looks a little bit sad. Southwest Salad Right off the bat, we were definitely wishing for more dressing on this salad. (What’s with the skimpy sauce portions?) It was almost hard to even get the flavors of the dressing because there was so little of it — all we could taste was a slight spice from the ranch, but it was incredibly light. Southwest Salad The seeds (which weren’t mentioned in the description!) and corn do give a nice crunch and change in texture, but we’re definitely missing the flavors from the dressing and we wish they would’ve added a little more depth — maybe some croutons on top as well? The feta cheese was dusted lightly on the dish, so it was hard to find that flavor as well. The pickled onions ended up being the savior flavor-wise, but we were (overall) a bit disappointed with this salad. Southwest Salad And finally, we ordered the new Smoked BBQ Pulled Pork Burger for $14.29. Backlot Express used to have an item called the Backlot Burger (which came with a 1/3 Angus Beef Burger topped with Barbecue Pork, Pepper Jack Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, and Pickles, served with carrot sticks or french fries), but it has been upgraded a bit with new ingredients! Now you can enjoy this 1/3 Angus Beef Burger topped with Slow-smoked Pulled Pork, American Cheese, Coleslaw, Crispy Onions, and House-made Sweet-and-Tangy Barbecue Sauce served with your choice of side. (We got fries!) Smoked BBQ Pulled Pork Burger The burger patty is your pretty basic Disney burger, not much special there, but y’all…we need to talk about the pork! YUM! It’s fall-apart juicy and has a nice tangy-sweet barbecue taste. The portion size on the pork was also pretty decent, which made us very happy. Smoked BBQ Pulled Pork Burger We wish the American cheese on top had been a little more melted, but it wasn’t really the thing we were the most focused on. The coleslaw balanced out the burger with some freshness that we were really craving, and it was (overall) a great combination. (There’s wasn’t too much mayo in that slaw either and it added the perfect amount of crunchiness!) Our bottom bun got a little soggy, but that’s mostly because the coleslaw sat for a while during our photo shoot. Gotta get those perfect food photos! Smoked BBQ Pulled Pork Burger For our plant-based friends out there, there’s a new Teriyaki Tofu Bowl as well. This one is made with Seasoned Jasmine Rice, Marinated Tofu, Yuzu-pickled Edamame, Carrots, Cucumber, and Onions drizzled with House-made Lemon-Tahini-Chipotle Vinaigrette and Sesame Seeds for $12.99. If we check this one out soon we’ll be sure to give you our thoughts! In terms of other menu changes, the Cuban Sandwich now notes that it comes with Plantain Chips, so that’s something you can also check out during your next trip. Overall Wow, Backlot Express is stepping up its game! We really enjoyed both the Teriyaki Chicken and the BBQ Burger, but if you’re craving a salad, you may want to search elsewhere. (There’s a really amazing one over at the Hollywood Brown Derby, hint, hint!) If you’ve got a group with different food tastes — some craving the more “standard” options and some wanting adventure — this may be the perfect place to stop in the middle of your day. However, it can get busy here, so we recommend placing those Mobile Orders well in advance! Our whole meal! Between the new menu here and the improved options at ABC Commissary, the Hollywood Studios quick service spots are really starting to change things up. Even though Backlot Express is still mainly serving up burgers and chicken, they’re doing it in a fresh and new way that adds a little bit extra excitement! That does it for the new menu items that have made their grand debut at Backlot Express for now! As always, we’ll continue to be on the lookout for any other menu changes around Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for all of the latest snacking news and food reviews! 9 of the Best Snacks Under $10 in Disney Springs Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of these new menu items from Backlot Express would you like to try the most? Share with us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Have New Menu Items Made a Hollywood Studios Restaurant BETTER? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Alright folks, it’s that time again — time for us to save you some money on Disney stuff! ALL the merchandise! We keep an eye out for Disney deals to tell you about, whether it be for tickets, hotels, food, or merchandise — we look at almost everything! So, let’s check out the BEST Disney deals on Amazon this week! First up, we have this “Vile Villains” Woven Tapestry Throw Blanket. You can use it as a blanket or hang it up for display, but either way, you can show your love for these 5 evil Disney villains! ©Amazon This throw is usually $35, but you can get it right now for $27! Click here to get the “Vile Villains” Woven Tapestry Throw Blanket Next, we have this Funko “it’s a small world” game! This 3D board game looks like the inside of the classic ride, so it’s great for big Mary Blair fans. ©Amazon Normally 24.99, you can get this game for $13.99 right now! Click here to get the Funko “it’s a small world” game If you’re looking for a fun new park bag, check out this Toy Story Green Alien one! It has been chosen by the claw just for you. ©Amazon This backpack is on sale right now for $29.99, and it’s usually $39.99, so you can save $10! Click here to get the Toy Story Green Alien Backpack Need a bag for traveling, too? This American Tourister Kids’ Softside Mickey suitcase is on sale right now for $49.99, normally $64.99. ©Amazon It’s a carry-on size, too — so it’s perfect if you don’t want to have to check a bag for your little one! Click here to get the American Tourister Kids’ Softside Mickey Luggage Next, we have this Three Caballeros 1000 piece puzzle! This is a Ravensburger Disney Treasures from The Vault puzzle. ©Amazon Normally $24.99, grab it right now for $11.80! Click here to get The Three Caballeros Puzzle If you’re looking for some more pins to add to your collection, check out this set for The Book of Boba Fett. It comes with 7 enamel pins and an officially licensed box. It’s also an Amazon Exclusive, so you won’t find it anywhere else! ©Amazon This set is usually sold for $35, but you can get it right now for $27.73. Click here to get The Book of Boba Fett Pin Set Another fun item to grab is this Steiff Disney Soft Cuddly Friends Mickey Mouse plush! It’s a great classic Mickey to have around. ©Amazon You can get Mickey right now for $26.99 instead of its usual $34.99! Click here to get the Steiff Mickey Mouse Plush And, last but not least (and keeping with the classic Mickey Mouse theme), we have this Silver Buffalo Mickey Mouse Sketches Ceramic Cookie Jar! A perfect place to hide all of those sweet treats you bring home from the parks. ©Amazon This cookie jar is normally $45.99, but it’s on sale currently for $36.02! Click here to get the Mickey Mouse Sketches Ceramic Cookie Jar Those are all of the BEST Disney deals on Amazon this week! Stay tuned to DFB to stay in the loop about more Disney discounts and deals. Click here to see Disney’s new $300 Mickey ears! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Where is your favorite place to find Disney deals? Let us know in the comments! The post 8 Disney Deals You Can Grab on Amazon RIGHT NOW first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Yah-hoo, let’s eat! Get ready to clap your hands, stomp your feet and sing along, as the beloved musical dinner show Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue returns this summer to Walt Disney World Resort! If you’re hankerin’ for a seat at the table, reservations will be available via DisneyWorld.com starting May 26 for showtimes beginning June 23. […]View the full article

Get ready for some food and fun folks! Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue is coming BACK! Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue Over the past several months, we’ve seen a number of things return to Disney World, including some special shenanigans at Whispering Canyon Cafe, the antics at Beaches & Cream when it comes to the kitchen sink, and even a few buffets. But now another iconic Disney spot — Hoop-Dee-Doo — will be serving up entertainment and special dishes for fans to enjoy. Here’s what you need to know. Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue will be reopening at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground THIS SUMMER! Reservations will open up on Disney World’s website starting May 26th for showtimes starting June 23rd. It’s Coming BAAACK Disney has shared that the Pioneer Hall Players will be welcoming back guests to this spot. Once again, fans will get to enjoy all kinds of singing and fun performances as part of the experience. There will be some updates to the script and scenery though. We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for any updates on that. And we can’t forget about the food! A feast full of fried chicken, BBQ ribs, some side items, and (of course) strawberry shortcake will be available. Fried Chicken So mark down those calendars and get ready for an adventure at this spot soon! Click here to see some of the latest Disney news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever been to Hoop Dee Doo? Tell us in the comments! The post BREAKING: Reopening Date Announced for Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It takes a special kind of Disney fan to get excited over the little updates in the parks and resorts, but that’s part of the fun of visiting Disney World! If you haven’t had the chance to visit EPCOT lately, there’s a lot to see and do! For starters, the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival is happening now, plus there’s a LOT of construction that should be complete soon! Just a little springtime nature shot for ya! Today, we’re back in EPCOT to see what’s new! Come with us as we explore all the latest merchandise and construction in Disney World. EPCOT Merchandise Updates Creations Shop Let’s start off with some items for little ones, like these toddler’s Minnie Mouse pants for $39.99! We wish these came in an adult size! We also found a new Minnie Mouse “Dots Crazy” shirt for $29.99. These new items are adorable — we’d even wear them (if only they fit…!). For your little fashionista Just in time for spring, Disney released these blue Dumbo shorts for $36.99… These look SUPER comfy! …plus a matching Dumbo shirt, which is also $36.99. There’s a matching tank top, too! If you can relate to the classic tune of “I’m late! I’m late!,” you’ll appreciate this Alice in Wonderland tank top for $36.99. Always late! There’s also a matching pair of shorts for (you guessed it) $36.99. Matching shorts! For the Happiest Mom on Earth, you need this new shirt for $36.99! We’ve seen this in Disneyland, but now it’s available in Disney World, too! It’s easy to be happy when you’re in Disney World! Look! Another shirt for moms! This Disney Mom shirt is $36.99. There’s lots of merch for moms, apparently! Disney released a TON of matching spring sets! These Aristocats shorts for $36.99… These are adorable! …come with a matching tank top for $36.99. This is such a cute movie! This Mickey heart hands shirt is also $36.99! We’ve seen it in Disneyland, too. We saw this in Disneyland, too! Recently, Disney released a HUGE new 50th Anniversary Disney COACH Collection! The collection contains several new purses, apparel, and other accessories. This first little Walt Disney World purse is $225. Shoulder Bag There are a variety of new COACH Minie ears, too! We found the black ears in the Creations shop for $295. Black Coach Mickey Ears This new backpack is so retro and fun! It’s available for $595. Coach Backpack To match, we also found a large wallet for $295. Embroidered Wallet We love the versatility of a fanny pack; this one is $450. Fanny Pack This little red Mickey zipper pouch is $75! Mickey Zipper Pouch This Fantasyland cardholder is $95 at the Creations shop! Card Holder You can also check out COACH’s new Mickey Mouse hoodie for $295. Hoodie We LOVE the patches on this red wallet, available for $275. Red Wallet This blue leather cardholder is $95. Blue Disney World Card Holder How CUTE is this new Mickey and Minnie keychain for $65?! Mickey & Minnie Keychain Finally, we found this new Mickey and Minnie purse for $695. It’s pricey… but super cute! Red purse Some of the items in this collection are also available on shopDisney to pre-order! If you’re in the mood to splurge, this is the perfect collection for you. Click here to learn more about the collection China Pavilion Over in the China Pavilion, we stopped by House of Good Fortune to check out this new pig and boba tea stuffed animal for $26.95. It’s…odd, but also kinda…cute? We’re so conflicted! Weird or cute? You decide! This shop is also selling little kits to make your own plush! We found four different kits with different characters and creatures, including this pineapple, a unicorn, and a few other cuties! You can make your own plush! The kits are $25.95 each. Norway Pavilion The Fjording store in the Norway pavilion has these new Annas Swedish Thins cookies! No, not Queen Anna! They come in ginger and almond flavors and are $4.95 each. Japan Pavilion The HUGE Mitsukoshi store in the Japan pavilion has this adorable spaniel dog pillow. Guess how much it costs? $30? $40? NOPE! It was $74.95. $75?! This Sonic character hat is $29.95! Do you recognize this character? Finally, we couldn’t leave without showing you this “Ten Ways To Good Health” Japanese teacup. It’s just plain good advice! For a little daily reminder! This cup is $9.95. U.K. Pavilion The Sportsman shop in the U.K. pavilion FINALLY has some of those classic English candies and treats back in stock! The snacks are BACK! We popped into the Crown and Crest shop and had to buy the newly returned Jammie Dodgers Biscuits for $4.95. Jammie Dodgers are delicious! It was a good decision. Those things are so good! SIMporium We bet you didn’t expect to see Corvette merchandise in Disney World, but here it is! This new Corvette shirt is $29.99. Bet you didn’t expect to see THIS in Disney World! We also found some new Camaro shirts. Which car is your favorite? For the car enthusiasts They were $29.99 each, too. Pin Traders The Pin Traders store has a new 50th Anniversary Vault Collection Popsockets Popwallet. This is from the Vault Collection! It features the state of Florida with some retro Mickey balloons and the Disney World logo. Flower and Garden Festival Booth There’s a new Fairy House merchandise booth in the World Showcase for the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival! This little spot is near the Germany pavilion, and it sells handmade fairy houses. These are SO SO cool! These were made by the same people who created the fairy houses near the Tinkerbell topiary in the World Showcase! How cute! Talk about a unique souvenir, right?! EPCOT Construction Updates Connections Cafe & Eatery The Connections Cafe & Eatery is getting closer to completion! We noticed some new lights inside the building. Construction alert! That’s it for everything new in EPCOT recently! We’re always looking out for new merchandise, food, and other updates in Disney World, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more. Click Here to Read What’s New in Magic Kingdom Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? EPCOT’s Three New Neighborhoods Have Debuted — Learn More Here Learn About the NEW Restaurant Coming to EPCOT – Connections Cafe and Eatery A Starbucks Will Be Inside EPCOT’s New Restaurant – Get More Details Here Go Inside Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure With Us Check Out All of the Tasty Details About La Crêperie de Paris Learn All About Space 220, Which Has Officially OPENED in EPCOT See Spaceship Earth’s Permanent New Nighttime Look Learn More About EPCOT’s New Nighttime Spectacular -- Harmonious The Mary Poppins Attraction is on Hold – Learn More Here What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? Learn More About the New PLAY! Pavilion Coming to EPCOT See All the Details You Need to Know About the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster Coming to World Discovery Learn More About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana, Coming to World Nature Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Epcot transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you planning a trip to Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at EPCOT: A Disney x COACH Collection and Fairy Houses for Sale! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

People who love running AND Disney World probably already know all about runDisney races. These events take place inside Disney World (unless you sign up for the virtual races, of course), so runners get to race past iconic Disney landmarks like the Cinderella Castle and Tower of Terror. runDisney This year, there’s a brand NEW race series called the Springtime Surprise Weekend. It’s scheduled to take place this coming weekend, with a different race on each day of the event. But we just heard that there’s a possibility that a MAJOR part of the race will be MISSING! The 2022 Springtime Surprise Weekend takes place from March 31st through April 3rd, 2022. It includes 3 different races: the Expedition Everest 5K, the Race for the Taste 10K, and the Tower of Terror 10-miler. You can also participate in the Springtime Surprise Challenge by completing all three races and earning a special challenge medal. ©Disney Unfortunately, runners may not be able to claim these medals (for any of the Springtime Surprise races) right when they cross the finish line. ©Disney Today, runners who signed up for the Springtime Surprise Weekend races received the following email, which states that the medals might not be ready in time for the races. Disney said that global supply issues have prevented their supplier from getting the medals there on time. ©runDisney Disney stated that they would of course get the medals to the runners even if the medals arrive late, which probably means they will be sent to the mailing address listed on your runDisney account. In the email, Disney asked participants to confirm their address so that the medal is sent to the correct place in a timely manner. ©Disney We’ll keep an eye out for any more updates about this new runDisney event, so stay tuned with DFB for more of the latest news! Click here to learn more about the NEW Springtime Surprise Weekend races. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you competed in a runDisney race? Let us know in the comments! The post Supply Chain Issues Impact a NEW Disney World Event first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The Force is strong with these foods! Disney is releasing a new Star Wars-themed cookbook, and it will have both kids and parents excited to whip up some treats from a galaxy far, far away. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Packed full of fun dishes, including Bantha Milk Slushies and Mudhorn Egg Noodles, this cookbook is “a culinary adventure through the Star Wars galaxy,” that’s sure to spark an interest in many young jedis, and chefs, in training. Star Wars: The Padawan Cookbook: Kid-Friendly Recipes from a Galaxy Far, Far Away is releasing from Insight Editions on August 16th and draws inspiration from the films, live-action shows, and animated series for over 5o kid-friendly recipes. Front Cover of Star Wars: The Padawan Cookbook ©Insight Editions Divided into 10 “Jedi trials,” or meals, the recipes increase in difficulty as they go along, allowing padawans to advance in skill level and gain more confidence in the kitchen as they progress. Each trial includes recipes for a starter, a main dish, a side dish, a dessert, and a drink, so that by the time they’ve worked their way through each trial, they’ll have created a whole meal for the family to enjoy! Bright suns from Galaxy’s Edge! With lots of fun features like full-color photography and even some extra, educational cooking content included throughout, such as nutrition tips and culinary chemistry, this cookbook will make a great resource for lots of Star Wars enthusiasts and their younglings. Wookiees and Jawas! ©Insight Editions The post Get Your Young Jedis Into the Kitchen with This New Star Wars Cookbook! IN PROGRESS HL first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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A glitching ride, a brand-new luxury merchandise collection, and the return of a fan-favorite snack that’s been missing for MONTHS? Y’all have got to see these MAJOR Magic Kingdom updates. Magic Kingdom We’re in the parks every day, but we still find new things each and every time we visit. So come along with us to Magic Kingdom to find out what’s NEW in this park since the last time we stopped by! You know where our priorities are — we’re starting out with the most important update of all: What’s new with the FOOD? Magic Kingdom Food Updates Sunshine Tree Terrace We were starting to lose hope that we’d ever see our beloved Citrus Swirl again after it was removed from the menu at Sunshine Tree Terrace back in 2021. But on a recent trip to Adventureland, we saw that this snack has finally returned! It’s BACK! It’s not listed on the physical menu, but you can ask for it at the counter, or find it on Mobile Order. The classic treat is a combination of Frozen Orange Juice and Vanilla Soft-serve for $4.99. It’s been a favorite of ours for a long time, and we highly recommend giving it a try next time you visit! Learn more about this treat’s return here! The Friar’s Nook On our way to find another treat, this time in Fantasyland, we saw that the Mr. Toad Dome Cake was missing from the Mobile Order menu at The Friar’s Nook. This yummy treat came to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary as a celebration of the Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride attraction, which has since been replaced by The Many Adventure of Winnie the Pooh. Mr. Toad Dome Cake We enjoyed this treat when it came out last October, so we were sad to see it disappear. But there was a twist in this story — it’s actually still listed on the physical menu, and you can still order it! Friar’s Nook Menu According to a Cast Member, they just removed it from Mobile Order in order to promote the “it’s a small world” cupcake, which honors Disney legend Mary Blair for Women’s History Month. “it’s a small world” cupcake Note that you can see the Mr. Toad Dome Cake on the Mobile Order menu, but it hasn’t been popping up when we actually go to order food. But you can just head up to the window if you’re hoping to grab this nostalgic treat. Click here to read our review of the Mr. Toad Dome Cake. Magic Kingdom Construction Updates TRON: Lightcycle Power Run Update Construction on the upcoming TRON: Lightcycle Power Run roller coaster is coming along pretty well! We’ve seen testing for some of the ride vehicles already, which is a good sign that the ride is getting closer to completion. Construction progress We’re also curious about a tunnel taking shape on the ground, beneath some of the ride structures. This is presumably for the Walt Disney World Railroad to pass through on its loop around Magic Kingdom. Tunnel We’re hoping that means the Railroad will reopen soon, but it’s likely that it will remain closed until TRON construction is finished. It’s getting close! We’ll keep an eye on the construction progress and let you know about any more updates to this coaster! Storybook Circus Closing Early We spotted a sign over at Storybook Circus that said this section of the park was closing early, at 9PM instead of 11PM. Storybook Circus closing early That means a couple of rides (like the Barnstormer and Dumbo), as well as the Big Top Souvenirs gift shop, would not be available after that time. We’ve seen this happen a couple of times recently, so be sure to look out for it on your next trip to make sure you don’t miss anything you were hoping to do in Storybook Circus. New Decor in the Main Street Confectionery At the Main Street Confectionery, there was a new shelf filled with colorful bottles! Pretty! The shelf is just for decoration, and it made some gorgeous light patterns on the ceiling. New decoration The Confectionery got a major refurbishment last year, and we’re still discovering all kinds of new details in this beautiful space. PeopleMover Glitches While we were on the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover, we noticed that it was experiencing a few issues. PeopleMover At one point, while we were in a dark section of the ride, it stopped altogether and the lights came on. Uh oh! Just a few minutes later, the lights went off again and the PeopleMover started to move again. If this happens to you during your trip, just remain seated and wait for the ride to keep going or for Cast Members to give you further instructions. While we have seen rides get evacuated (including this one), it doesn’t happen super often. Check out Disney’s comments on the Magic Kingdom train. Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Emporium On Main Street, U.S.A., you’ll find the Emporium, which is Magic Kingdom’s biggest gift shop! On a recent visit, we saw that this location actually has a lot of Orange Bird merchandise, which can usually be found over in EPCOT for the Flower & Garden Festival. Orange Bird merchandise in…Magic Kingdom? But there’s a display in Magic Kingdom now with some items, like a tumbler, t-shirts, a Spirit Jersey, shorts, and more! So if you missed your chance to grab these items while you were in EPCOT, never fear! Check out this store to see if they have what you’re looking for. Lots of items here! We also saw some new Mickey-shaped donut jewelry in this gift shop, which warmed our snack-loving hearts. Donut jewelry! And you can get an Original Mickey Denim Jacket as well, which features the Big Cheese himself. Mickey Denim Jacket The jacket is $80. Here’s the back We saw a Be Happy bag at Disney Springs earlier, but now it’s available in the Emporium as well! Be Happy Bag And if you can’t decide what to get during your visit, you can always settle on a gift card to come back and shop later. We saw some new designs on these cards, including some for Mickey Mouse… Mickey Gift Card …Minnie Mouse… Minnie Gift Card …Donald Duck… Donald Gift Card …and Goofy! Goofy Gift Card Disney Princess fans will love the Princess Gift Card… Princesses Gift Card …and the ones featuring Ariel from The Little Mermaid… Ariel Gift Card …Moana… Moana Gift Card …Cinderella… Cinderella Gift Card …Tiana from The Princess and the Frog… Tiana …Aurora from Sleeping Beauty… Aurora Gift Card …Jasmine from Aladdin… Jasmine Gift Card …Anna and Elsa from Frozen… Anna and Elsa Gift Card …and Snow White. Whew! That’s a lot of new gift cards! Snow White Gift Card Some of these new gift card designs were also available at the Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe in Liberty Square. Bonjour Village Gifts At Bonjour Village Gifts, we saw a couple of artistic souvenirs that you can grab to commemorate your Disney vacation. There’s a print of the Beauty and the Beast Castle Painting by Rosemary Begley available for $30… Beauty and the Beast Castle print …or a print of “Forever Princess” by Darren Wilson for $39.99. Forever Princess print And for the Donald Duck fans out there, we found a Donald Totem Figurine, which celebrates both the character and the iconic Enchanted Tiki Room attraction. Donald Totem Figurine This figurine costs $85. Star Traders We hopped over to Tomorrowland to check out some new items at Star Traders. They had a Mickey Windbreaker for $59.99… Mickey jacket …and a Mickey Tank Top for $36.99. Mickey tank top There were also a couple of new pins, including a “Where to Next?” Mickey pin with a spinning hand on it. This one is available for $12.99. Where to next? And we spotted a Disney Characters Kite Mystery Pin Set available as well! Kite pin set It features kites designed to look like Disney characters, like Stitch and Mickey Mouse! Frontier Trading If you’re on the lookout for even MORE new Disney pins, we found the Mickey Mouse Main Attraction pins over at Frontier Trading. The current attraction being featured in this collection is Space Mountain. Main Attraction pins You can get this cool Space Mountain-themed Astronaut Mickey pin for $29.99. Uptown Jewelers At Uptown Jewelers, on Main Street, U.S.A., you’ll find a lot of fancy (and usually pretty expensive) merchandise. We spotted the new Vera Bradley Little Mermaid collection here, including the Throw Blanket, which features characters from the movie. Be sure to check out the Vera Bradley store in Disney Springs to see all the new items! Vera Bradley Collection And there’s an entire NEW collection of Disney x Coach merchandise, which came out to celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. The new collection There are 4 new pairs of Mickey Ears, each representing a different Disney park. Disneyland Paris Mickey Ears The ears cost $295 each, and you can pre-order some of them online now! Click here to check out the NEW Mickey Ears! We also spotted several different purses, like this embroidered Mickey & Friends Crossbody Bag for $295… Crossbody Bag …a matching Duffle Bag for $595… Duffle Bag …and a Belt Bag for $450. These are just a few of the many options in the new collection! Fanny Pack Although Coach is known for their purses, there are also some clothing and accessories in this collection too, like this Mickey Hoodie for $295… Hoodie …and Mickey Sliders for $110. Sliders We saw these items (and a whole lot more in this collection) at Creations Shop in EPCOT, Legends of Hollywood in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Discovery Trading in Disney’s Animal Kingdom as well. And many of the items are available online for pre-order now! Click here to check out the FULL Disney x Coach collection. And that’s a wrap on our Magic Kingdom updates from our most recent trips. Don’t forget to check out the Citrus Swirl on your next visit to this park, and let us know which of the fancy new items in Disney’s Coach collection is your favorite! Keep following DFB for more of the latest Disney World news. Click here to find out what’s new in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you planning a visit to Magic Kingdom soon? 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Have you ever wanted to sail to a new place, all while surrounded by your favorite Disney characters? The Disney Wish Well, on Disney Cruise Line you can! The newest ship in the fleet, the Disney Wish, is being adorned with final touches as Cast Members prepare for the July 14th, 2022 maiden voyage. So far, we know that there will be brand new entertainment, a Pixar-themed sweets shop, and even a Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique onboard — but today we got a sneak peek at something new — some of the exclusive merchandise guests will find on the ship! Recently, Disney shared a first look at what we can expect in terms of retail shopping options onboard the Disney Wish! The Disney Wish The newest ship to join the Disney fleet will feature “an elegant retail district that runs between the Grand Hall and the Walt Disney Theatre on deck 3.” On either side of this area, there will be “five distinct venues [that] will offer exclusive Disney merchandise and luxury gifts like jewelry, watches and accessories.” ©️Disney We also learned the name of one shop — Treasures Untold — which will feature Disney Cruise Line’s largest selection of Pandora jewelry, plus Artist Spotlight collections, Cruise Line collectibles, and Dooney & Bourke handbags — like the one shown below! In fact, the bag below actually features a NEW Disney Wish inaugural design — how cool! ©️Disney In a new spot on deck 5, guests will also find Mickey’s Mainsail, which is something cruise fans will recognize from other Disney ships. Here, guests can shop their favorite Disney Cruise Line-themed souvenirs and Disney Wish exclusives, including a new special-edition Loungefly mini backpack… ©️Disney …and new ears! ©️Disney But the shopping doesn’t end there. On the upper decks of the Disney Wish, guests will find everything they need to have fun in the sun — such as swimwear, water-play gear, and even some graphic tees — at Dory’s Forget-Me-Knots. We can’t wait until guests can enjoy all the Disney Wish has to offer. Don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB for more Disney Cruise Line updates! Click Here to Read About the Multi-Million Dollar Expansion Coming to a Disney Cruise Line Port What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Check Out Lots of Details About Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship -- the Disney Wish (Including More About the Star Wars Bar and First Attraction at Sea Coming to the Wish) See the Latest on Disney Cruise Line’s Mask Policy Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Check Out 10 Things That’ll Be Different About Your Next Disney Cruise See More About the Virtual Queues and Other Changes Made on Disney Cruises Check Out How Much It’ll Cost to Sail on Disney’s Newest Cruise Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Do you have a trip booked on the Disney Wish or another Disney Cruise ship? Let us know in the comments! The post FIRST LOOK at New Merchandise Coming to the Disney Wish Cruise Ship first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re going on a Disney Cruise soon, you might have noticed that there have been LOTS of changes over the past year or so. Disney Dream Policies for health and safety, ship itineraries, activities on board, and more have changed a few different times. So we can understand if you’re a little unsure of what to expect on your next cruise. To help out, we pulled together all the recent changes so that you’re prepared for your upcoming vacation on the sea. First, we’re going to look at each Disney cruise ship and where it’s currently going. Then we’ll see what the current schedule is for reservations and bookings — AKA what you need to do and when you need to do it before you set sail. We’ll check out the current policies in relation to COVID-19 and other health and safety rules. And finally, we’ll round up all the other changes (big or small) that weren’t included in one of those categories. That’s a lot to cover, so let’s get started! Disney Cruise Ships (And Where They Sail) All four of Disney’s existing cruise ships are currently sailing, and a brand new one (the Disney Wish) is going to set sail starting this summer. Its official debut will be on July 14th, 2022. Disney Magic The Disney Magic is currently sailing out of Miami and New Orleans, and it’s heading to the Bahamas, Western Caribbean, and Mexico for 4-, 5-, 6-, and 7-night cruises. Disney Magic 4-night Cruises to the Bahamas include stops in Nassau, Bahamas, and Castaway Cay (Disney’s private island). On the Western Caribbean itineraries, there are stops in Cozumel and Progreso, Mexico, and Castaway Cay. One 6-night cruise to the Western Caribbean also stops in Costa Maya, Mexico. Disney Magic A couple of the cruises to the Western Caribbean stop in George Town, Grand Cayman, instead of Cozumel. The Disney Magic has also started sailing out of Galveston, TX, on some Western Caribbean cruises. The Disney Magic Later this year (beginning in July), the Magic will sail in Europe out of Barcelona, Dover, Copenhagen, and other European cities. Disney Fantasy The Disney Fantasy sails out of Port Canaveral, FL, on 4- to 9-night cruises to Castaway Cay or the Caribbean. ©Disney | Disney Fantasy The Fantasy stops in Cozumel, Mexico, Castaway Cay, and George Town, Grand Cayman on its 6-night cruises to the Western Caribbean. On Eastern Caribbean cruises, there are stops in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, and St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. Disney Cruise Line 7-night Western Caribbean cruises onboard the Fantasy also stop in Falmouth, Jamaica. This ship will also have a few special events, like Pixar Day at Sea or Halloween on the High Seas. Disney Wonder The Disney Wonder has a lot of different cruises, including some out of San Diego, CA, or Vancouver, Canada. ©Disney The longest season of San Diego sailings yet has also been announced for the Disney Wonder! 3-, 4-, 5-, and 7-day cruises to Baja, Mexico, and the Mexican Riviera will begin in the fall of 2022 and will extend into early 2023. Ports will include Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, and Ensenada, as well as Catalina Island. Animator’s Palate on the Disney Wonder Beginning in May of this year, the Wonder will take guests on Alaskan cruises, which depart from Vancouver and stop at Dawes Glacier, Alaska; Skagway, Alaska; Juneau, Alaska; and Ketchikan, Alaska. Disney Dream The Disney Dream sails out of Port Canaveral, FL, on 3- and 4-night cruises with stops in Castaway Cay and Nassau, Bahamas. Ready to Get Cruising? Beginning this year, the Dream will also sail out of Miami for Western Caribbean cruises with stops in Cozumel, Mexico, and possibly George Town, Grand Cayman (depending on the length of the cruise). Disney Wish The Disney Wish is a brand new cruise ship. This ship’s maiden voyage will take place on July 14th, 2022. You can already book your spot on this cruise ship for sailings this year. ©Disney The Wish will sail on 3- and 4-night cruises to the Bahamas, stopping at Nassau and Castaway Cay. ©Disney This new ship has all kinds of exciting new features, like new dining experiences, activities, and the first-ever Disney attraction at sea — the AquaMouse. Click Here to Learn More About the Disney Wish What to Do Before You Set Sail As soon as you’ve booked your cruise, take a look at the online checklist that can be found on the Disney Cruise website. This checklist is a good reminder of what you need to do before your trip, as well as requirements for embarkation day. Also, remember to download the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app on your smartphone. Click Here to Learn How to Use the Disney Cruise Checklist Up to 120 days before your cruise (depending on your Castaway Cay membership, if you have one), you can make reservations for certain activities on board the ship. First-time guests can make these reservations 75 days before they set sail. ©Disney Cruise Line Spa appointments, some character meet and greets, babysitting, and other activities can be reserved at this time. You can also make reservations for restaurants besides the ones that are already scheduled in your itinerary (like adults-only dining). Activities that require reservations on board ©Disney Cruise Line You can do this online by signing into your account, finding the “My Plans” section, and choosing activities for each day. ©Disney Cruise Line Or you can also make reservations once you’re on board, but the earlier you make reservations, the more likely you are to get the time and activity you want most. ©Disney Cruise Line You will need to check in to your cruise online before you embark. (This isn’t new — just a reminder.) You can check in beginning 30 days before your trip. Part of the check-in process is choosing a port time, which is when you’ll be able to board the ship on the day you set sail. Disney Cruise Line Terminal You’ll want to check in as soon as you can, because then you can choose the earliest possible port time. An earlier port time means more time to enjoy on the cruise ship! And of course, make sure to double check your packing list to be certain you’re prepared for your voyage. COVID-19 Guidelines and Changes Some of the biggest changes are the new health and safety measures on board all the ships. This is an overview of all the adjustments that you’ll need to know about: Guests 5 years and older must be vaccinated. These guests must provide proof of vaccination. Note that “fully vaccinated” in this case means that someone has received all necessary doses of the vaccine at least two weeks before they arrive at the cruise ship. ©Disney Guests 4 years and younger (or others not eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine) must provide a negative COVID-19 test taken between 3 days and 24 hours of sailing. Proof of vaccination or of a negative test must be uploaded to the Safe Passage website before you’ll be allowed to embark. Disney Cruise Line Terminal Everyone (vaccinated or not) must take a COVID-19 test at the terminal before they board the ship. If anyone in a party tests positive for COVID, no one in the party may board the ship. Guests will also be required to take a COVID-19 test on the day before disembarking the ship. There is an exception to the testing rules for those who have recently recovered from COVID-19. Learn about the exception to the COVID-19 testing requirements here. Recent policy changes make face masks optional on most DCL sailings. For sailings out of US ports after March 10th, 2022, face masks will be optional at most indoor locations on Disney cruise ships. Face mask Masks also will not be required outdoors or on Castaway Cay. Read more about the changing face mask requirements here. What Else is DIFFERENT? The changes to itineraries and health and safety measures are the biggest differences. But you’ll see a few more changes before and during your trip. Here are some of the ones you’ll see. Dining There will only be one party per table during dining. Previously, parties would sometimes share tables and rotate through the restaurants together. Now, servers will still rotate with their groups, but different parties will not be seated at the same table together. Tiana’s Place on Disney Wonder Self-serve food may instead be served by Cast Members. Although self-serve buffets have returned to the Disney parks, as of writing there will not be self-serve station on board the cruise ships. Slushy on a Cruise Princess Tea Parties are available on the cruise ships, but guests will be seated one party per table and the princesses will be physically distanced throughout the experience. Activities and Entertainment And speaking of those modified character experiences, Disney has said that the up-close meet and greets will not resume, but you will still get to see characters in a physically distanced way. Based on some of the pictures, it seems like you can get fairly close to them sometimes, but you can’t touch or ask for autographs. Pluto on the Disney Wonder Characters will also sometimes appear during meals, on the decks, or at Castaway Cay. ©Disney Inside theaters (like the Buena Vista Theater and Funnel Vision), guests will be seated with physical distancing measures. There will also not be deck parties on board the cruise ships. ©Disney Fireworks will be available on two different nights, and guests will be assigned a night to watch the show. (You’ll be able to see which night is your fireworks night before you set sail.) ©Disney Pools, water slides, and other activities will operate at limited capacity and have specific queue locations. Ahhh those pools! Most itineraries on a Disney cruise ship offer one Broadway-style show. This show is repeated during the cruise with limited capacity, and seating will be physically distanced (like at the movie theaters). Like the fireworks show, guests will be assigned one time to watch this show. ©Disney The “it’s a small world” Nursery is unavailable at this time. Some other activities are also unavailable, like ping pong, shuffleboard, and basketball. Parents will need to register their kids for activities at places like the Oceaneer Club and Lab. Teen and tween clubs are available with no reservations. it’s a small world nursery on the Disney Wonder ©Disney Cruise Line A virtual queue will be used for debarkation at all ports of call. This queue operates on the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app. This includes at all ports of call and at the end of your trip. More Health and Safety Measures At Castaway Cay, masks are not required at any outdoor locations. For some indoor areas (on trams, in restrooms, and inside gift shops) masks will be required. Also, there’s a new cavalcade of Disney characters on the island! Castaway Cay in 2020 Any children who are not vaccinated (4 years old and younger) must have a reserved Port Adventure in order to disembark at ports of call. Port Adventures include scheduled excursions through the Disney Cruise Line, and you can reserve these before you set sail or by talking to a Cast Member once you’re on board. Castaway Cay And that’s it for our review of the Disney Cruise Line changes that you’ll need to be aware of before you set sail! Keep following DFB for more updates, because these policies have changed a lot in the past and are still subject to change. Click Here to Find Out When You Can Book a 2023 Disney Cruise What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Check Out Lots of Details About Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship -- the Disney Wish (Including More About the Star Wars Bar and First Attraction at Sea Coming to the Wish) See the Latest on Disney Cruise Line’s Mask Policy Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Check Out 10 Things That’ll Be Different About Your Next Disney Cruise See More About the Virtual Queues and Other Changes Made on Disney Cruises Check Out How Much It’ll Cost to Sail on Disney’s Newest Cruise Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you setting sail with the Disney Cruise Line soon? Let us know in the comments! The post Don't Be Blindsided By These Disney Cruise Line Changes first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hello again from Disneyland Resort! Sleeping Beauty Castle There are some EXCITING things happening over here, from the recent announcement that Hyperspace Mountain is coming back, to the new addition of a single rider line(!) to Web Slingers in Disney California Adventure, we’ve been busy trying to keep up. And now there’s food news to take in as well. We recently tried a NEW treat in Disneyland Park — but is it worth your time and cash? Disneyland seems to love putting out Star Wars and space-themed parfaits and we don’t mind! Recently, Disney released a NEW Ahsoka Tano Orange Vanilla Parfait! Orange Vanilla Parfait This new treat can be found over at Galactic Grill in Tomorrowland. Previously, we spotted a Pistachio Cherry Chocolate Parfait here that reminded us of The Book of Boba Fett. This new treat is made of layers of orange sponge cake, white chocolate mousse, and orange marmalade — topped with whipped cream and candy lightsabers! What are these, lightsabers for ants? There are some crispy pearls layered on the bottom of the parfait as well. The sweet orange flavor from the moist orange sponge cake definitely stood out and was our favorite part! It sort-of reminded us of an orange cream soda (in a great way). The white chocolate in the middle paired well with the orange flavors, giving the dessert a good balance. It was even good in the rain! The orange marmalade added even more to that overall sweet orange flavor of the treat, but that didn’t stop us from wishing there was more of it! The marmalade was basically just located on the top. We wish that it would have gone all the way through the center of the treat to add more of that wonderful orange flavor. We didn’t think the crispy pearls added much here though, because most of the dessert was already gone by the time we reached them at the bottom. We loved this one! For $6.99, we think this dessert is a MUST-TRY for orange lovers. Could it beat out the beloved Citrus Swirl, at least in your book? You’ll have to try it to find out! If, on the other hand, strong citrus flavors and sweets aren’t your thing, this might be one to skip. We’re constantly reviewing new treats (and some old favorites, too!) throughout Disney parks, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more. Click Here to See Dates & Pricing for Disneyland’s 2022 Eggstravaganza Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What’s your favorite Star Wars themed treat you’ve tried at Disney? Let us know in the comments! The post Disneyland's Latest Treat Will Have You Saying "Citrus Swirl Who?!" first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If there’s one thing Disney loves, it’s a merchandise collection. Recently, we’ve seen a Disney x Coach collection, a Disney x Love Your Melon collection, and of course, the Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction collection. Mickey Mouse The Main Attraction Space Mountain collection While the second series of Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction (the one that is themed to Pirates of the Caribbean) is still not available in the United States, a limited group of fans in another place are able to shop the collection online right now! Attention all fans in the U.K.: We spotted items from the Pirates of the Caribbean series of the Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction collection online on shopDisney’s UK website! Right now, you can pick up the Pirates of the Caribbean collectible key (£25)… ©shopDisney UK …the Pirates of the Caribbean ears headband (£30)… ©shopDisney UK …the Pirates of the Caribbean pin (£20)… ©shopDisney UK …and the Pirates of the Caribbean Loungefly mini backpack (£78). ©shopDisney UK We did not see the Pirates of the Caribbean Mickey plush available when we looked. The first series of the collection, themed after Space Mountain became available at Disney World on March 14th. We’ll let you know when we spot this one in the parks (and online in the U.S.), so stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Disney just released new Winnie the Pooh collectible keys online! Check them out here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be grabbing one of these items? Let us know in the comments! The post Only a Limited Group Can Get Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean x Mickey Mouse Collection Right Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article